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IELTS no longer earns bonus points: Is it still worth the investment?

IELTS no longer earns bonus points: Is it still worth the investment?

Education 16:11 14/11/2026

IELTS certificates will earn applicants fewer bonus points in Vietnam's university admissions from 2027, before the incentive is abolished entirely in 2028. However, education experts said the qualification can still offer advantages in admissions and university studies beyond additional points.

Vietnam to scrap IELTS bonus points in university admissions from 2028

Vietnam to scrap IELTS bonus points in university admissions from 2028

Education 20:56 13/11/2026

Universities in Vietnam will no longer be allowed to award bonus points to applicants holding IELTS certificates or other foreign language qualifications from the 2028 admission cycle, under new regulations announced by the Ministry of Education and Training.